This recipe was originally seen as my guest post over at the Civilized Cavemana few weeks ago.

I used to adore eggs benedict and would order it as a special treat every time we ate out for breakfast, but haven’t been able to enjoy it for so long. Now I can, and I think this rendition is even better than the original. Instead of an English muffin (because all Paleo English muffins I’ve tried have failed to impress me), I made a savory waffle that is stuffed with bacon and chives. To save time, you can make the waffles the night before and throw them in the toaster right before serving the benedict.

No waffle iron? No problem, you can serve this over sautéed spinach or over a toasted Paleo hamburger bun.

Instructions:

In a stand mixer, or using a handheld electric mixer, beat the eggs with the cashew butter, almond milk, bacon fat, and garlic.

Mix the salt, baking soda and coconut flour in a small bowl, then pour the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.

Beat for 30 seconds until the batter is fully incorporated, scraping the bottom of the bowl to make sure you get all of the sticky cashew butter.

Fold the chopped bacon and chives into the batter by hand.

Cook your waffles according to the instructions on your waffle iron, then keep them in a warm oven until you’re ready to assemble the benedict.

Layer each waffle with a slice of ham, poached egg, drizzle of hollandaise, and a few chives.

*Every machine is different, so watch the waffles really carefully to ensure they don’t burn. This batter will not take as long to cook as a regular waffles and will probably be done before your indicator light turns green. Once the steam stops, they are likely done. Mine takes about 30-45 seconds for each batch.

For the Hollandaise Sauce

Pour boiling water into a blender, then cover and let sit for 10 minutes. Dump out the water and dry the container thoroughly.

Blend the egg yolks with the lemon juice, salt, and paprika.

With the blender running on low, slowly pour in the hot melted butter. Blend for about 30 seconds until the sauce has thickened and the butter is well incorporated. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools. *If it gets too thick, warm it over very low heat until it becomes runny again (about 10 seconds in a microwave and a minute on a low burner). Be careful not to use too high of heat or your eggs will scramble and your butter will curdle.

What a gorgeous recipe! Incidentally,my Fianće and I are cpoking a Sunday breakup together so coming across this today is perfect!

Just one question- instead of a blender, can I use a mini food processor?

Thanks!

Against All Grain

I don’t think a mini food processor will get the batter smooth enough but you can try it!

http://www.gfreechickadee.blogspot.com Vanessa

Hi Danielle, is there any trouble with the batter sticking to the waffle iron? These look so yummy I can’t wait to make them for a weekend brunch.

Vanessa

Against All Grain

We haven’t had any problem!

http://www.gfreechickadee.blogspot.com Vanessa HIll

You’re right! They don’t stick at all. However mine came out a bit dense. Maybe I should add a bit more egg and maybe less coconut flour? To be honest I didn’t exactly measure the cashew butter exactly since it was so sticky to add and take out of a measuring cup.

Elizabeth Hostick

Does the bacon in the waffle batter leave a lingering bacon-y taste to future batches of regular waffles? I’m not a huge bacon fan and would hate to have my waffle iron forever tasting like it, though others in the family might like it. Also, I can’t eat pork. Do you know of a good turkey bacon that doesn’t have added sugars? Love your blog and all the recipes I’ve tried have been delicious! Can’t wait for your cookbook!

Cindy

I made this for myself and my kids for an early Christmas celebration with my extended family. Everyone wanted to try it and said they loved it ~ especially the sauce. This is the second recipe this season I’ve taken to Christmas celebrations with groups and I’ve been surprised how many people want to try what I bring ~ even though they know I eat “weird, healthy” stuff. I’m beginning to realize others respond much better about me eating different when I just bring these great foods to share. Yummy food talks much louder than anything I can say! Thank you for making this journey so much easier and better tasting!

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